Rob Waltoon is the blog of writer, Cartoonist Rob Walton, creator of the 452 page mega-graphic novel satire of the modern world, Ragmop.

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Dave Sim and Rob Walton Discuss Ragmop

Hey! For those of you who haven't seen it, or who are too laid back to visit my website you can check out my lunchtime conversation with Dave Sim about the many influences from film and animation that went into the making of Ragmop. If you listen carefully you can hear Chester Brown giggling in the background. It was a fun piece to do and an enjoyable experience all around. The video features a side of Dave Sim more people should take time to know. You'll also get a kick out of a very gentle Dave Sim discussing the comedy styling of Curly, Larry, and Moe with my daughter Grace (who is the model for the character of Little Miss Universe in the graphic novel). This little exchange took place at the book launch. Needless to say, Grace stole the show from dear old dad. And if you think that was sweet, check out your humble narrator interviewing Grace about being a cartoon character in Ragmop.

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Who is Rob Walton and Why is he Telling Lies About Me?

Rob Walton is a writer and cartoonist living in Toronto, Canada. He has worked in animation since 1991 as a designer, story board artist, and supervising director. He entered the field of comic books in 1987 with his one shot, Pork knight. He followed that up with the cult hit, The Devil's Hammer, a three issue Grendel Tale for Dark Horse Comics. In 2006 he completed Ragmop, a 400 page graphic novel. Often described as indescribable, it is a grand satire of the world we live in. Ragmop was nominated for two Eisner Awards and two Joe Shuster Wards. In 2011 it was listed as one of the 1001 comics you must read before you die in in Paul Gravett’s 1001 Comics You Must Read Before You Die: The Ultimate Guide to Comic Books, Graphic Novels and Manga.